Summer Programmes: 2022/23-North America
Canada
University
Programme Details
The University of British Columbia
University of British Columbia Vancouver Summer Programme
Vancouver Summer Programme (VSP) is a 4-week academic programme offered by UBC. This programme provides the opportunity for students to take 2 academic courses in various UBC Faculties while learning about Canadian practices and culture.
Duration of Different Sessions:
June Session: 2 June – 2 July, 2023
July Session: 14 July – 14 Aug, 2023
Expenses:
Programme fee:
$5,625 Canadian dollars (includes application fee, tuition, course materials, accommodation, medical insurance, airport transfer, city tour, a welcome event, and a farewell lunch)
Students also pay for:
1. visa application
2. round-trip airfare
3. meals
4. personal expenses
Subsidies:
FASP recipients can apply for SSE offered by EDB, the amount depends on the latest level of student finance approved by SFO. For details, click Here.
Programme Information:
Click Here
Application:
Click Here
(As requested by UBC, applicants need to provide the information of Contact Person in HSUHK, please see below:
Contact Person: Paula Yuan, Email: paulayuan@hsu.edu.hk)
Final year applicants who would like to attend any summer programmes endorsed by HSUHK should remain as a HSUHK student within the summer programme duration and are advised to apply for graduation upon completion of Summer programme. Please refer to the important dates in the email sent by the Registry titled “[Fulfilment of Graduation Requirements for UG Programmes] AY2022/23” on 8 Sep 2022.
Please also inform us by clicking Here, HSUHK will provide travel insurance for students.
Application Deadline:
Closed
the US
University
Programme Details
San Francisco State University
- Summer in San Francisco
Summer in San Francisco is an academic credit programme, which provides 600 courses. Students can choose either 5-week or 10-week sessions to work on academic study while enjoying the beauty of San Francisco.
Duration of Different In-Person Sessions:
R1: June 5 – July 7 2023 (5 weeks)
R3: July 10 – August 11 2023 (5 weeks)
R4: June 5 – August 11 2023 (10 weeks)
Expenses:
Programme fee:
Original Price: US$3,162* (5-week, in-person), US$6,324 (10-week, in-person)
10% Partner Discount for HSUHK students.
*Cost for in-person program includes course tuition and mandatory/ miscellaneous fees. Six units per 5-week session is considered full time in summer.
Accommodation:
Room Types | 5 weeks | 10 weeks |
Double Junior Rates | $2,087 | $4,082 |
Double Standard Rates | $2,402 | $4,712 |
Single Rates | $2,717 | $5,342 |
Students also pay for:
1.visa
2.round-trip airfare
3. meals
4. personal expenses
Subsidies:
FASP recipients can apply for SSE offered by EDB, the amount depends on the latest level of student finance approved by SFO. For details, click Here.
Programme Information:
Click Here
Application:
Click Here
- Final year applicants who would like to attend any summer programmes endorsed by HSUHK should remain as a HSUHK student within the summer programme duration and are advised to apply for graduation upon completion of Summer programme. Please refer to the important dates in the email sent by the Registry titled “[Fulfilment of Graduation Requirements for UG Programmes] AY2022/23” on 8 Sep 2022.
- Please also inform us by clicking Here, HSUHK will provide travel insurance for students.
Application Deadline (In Person Priority Deadline)*:
R1 & R4: 15 March 2023
R3: 15 April 2023
*Late applications will be accepted, but please contact U.S. Consulate General to check on visa processing times
San Francisco State University
San Francisco Discover
San Francisco Discover is a non-credit language and culture program (2 to 4 weeks) for students to improve their English and experience the entrepreneurial and innovative City of San Francisco.
Duration of Different In-Person Sessions:
Summer A Sessions:
4-week session: 10 July – 4 Aug 2023
3-week session: 10 – 28 July 2023
2-week session: 10 – 21 July 2023
Summer B Sessions:
3-week session: 14 Aug – 1 Sept 2023
2-week session: 14 – 25 Aug 2023
Expenses:
Program Fee:
4-week session: $2,795
3-week session: $2,095
2-week session: $1,395
10% Partner Discount for HSUHK students.
Accommodation*:
4-week session: $1,861
3-week session: $1,238
2-week session: $925
* SF State on-campus housing is available for Summer A session only. For off-campus housing information, please contact globaled@sfsu.edu.
Students also pay for:
1.visa**
2. round-trip airfare
3. meals
4. personal expenses
**The American Language Institute does not issue an I-20 for an F-1 visa for the San Francisco Discover program. Students may apply for b1/b2 visa or ESTA if you are a citizen or eligible national of a Visa Waiver Program country.
Subsidies:
FASP recipients can apply for SSE offered by EDB, the amount depends on the latest level of student finance approved by SFO. For details, click Here.
Programme Information:
Click Here
Application:
Click Here
Final year applicants who would like to attend any summer programmes endorsed by HSUHK should remain as a HSUHK student within the summer programme duration and are advised to apply for graduation upon completion of Summer programme. Please refer to the important dates in the email sent by the Registry titled “[Fulfilment of Graduation Requirements for UG Programmes] AY2022/23” on 8 Sep 2022.
Please also inform us by clicking Here, HSUHK will provide travel insurance for students.
Priority Application Deadline#:
Summer A Sessions: 15 May 2023
Summer B Sessions: 1 June 2023
#Applications may be accepted after the priority deadline on a space available basis, but please contact the U.S. Consulate General to check on the visa processing time.
University of California, Los Angeles
UCLA Summer Sessions 2023
During the summer months, UCLA opens its doors to students from all over the world! Summer Sessions offers highly motivated undergraduates a chance to advance their learning by experiencing the academic rigor and excellence UCLA is known for.
Duration of Sessions:
Session A3 (3 Weeks): 26 June – 14 July
Session A6 (6 Weeks): 26 June – 4 Aug
Session A8 (8 Weeks): 26 June – 18 Aug
Session A9 (9 Weeks): 26 June – 25 Aug
Session A10 (10 Weeks): 26 June – 1 Sep
Session B3 (3 Weeks): 17 July – 4 Aug
Session C3 (3 Weeks): 7 Aug – 25 Aug
Minimum Enrolment Units
In order to achieve the full-time student status, international students must enroll in at least the same number of units as the number of weeks in a session, e.g., minimum 6 units if enrolling in Session A6.
Please check the Course Descriptions (HERE) and Schedule of Classes (HERE).
English Requirements
TOEFL: 60 (revised PT) or 80 (iBT)
IELTS: 6.5
(English proficiency documents are valid for two years from the date of issuance.)
Expenses
Programme Fee (USD; excluding Accommodation Expenses)
- Registration Fee (non-refundable) – $350
- International Student Service Fee (waived for official registration center partners/students) – $500
- Unit Fee – $360 per unit
- Document Fee – $50
- IEI Fee (undergrad only) – $61
- iStart Orientation Fee – $59
- Student Health Insurance (mandatory) – $410
You may use the fee calculator (Click HERE) to estimate the cost of your attendance.
Accommodation Expenses:
Please click here for the list of summer housing rates.
Students also pay for:
- visa
- round-trip airfare
- meals
- personal expenses
- insurance
Subsidies:
FASP recipients can apply for SSE offered by EDB, the amount depends on the latest level of student finance approved by SFO. For details, click Here.
Programme Information:
Click Here
Application:
Click Here
(please send email to exchange@hsu.edu.hk for the HSUHK’s 9–digit UID)
Final year applicants who would like to attend any summer programmes endorsed by HSUHK should remain as a HSUHK student within the summer programme duration and are advised to apply for graduation upon completion of Summer programme. Please refer to the important dates in the email sent by the Registry titled “[Fulfilment of Graduation Requirements for UG Programmes] AY2022/23” on 8 Sep 2022.
Application Deadline:
1 May 2023 (Session A & B)
1 June 2023 (Session C)